Grigor Dimitrov will play at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships for the first time since 2011 in February. Lukas Coch / EPA

World No 3 Grigor Dimitrov has been confirmed for the ATP Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships in February.

The Bulgarian, who reached the fourth round of the Australian Open on Friday, is the highest ranked player to be announced for the event which starts on February 26 at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium.

It will be Dimitrov's first appearance in Dubai since 2011. Back then he had to qualify for the main draw, but having done so he lost to Richard Gasquet in straight sets in the first round.

Also in the line-up is world No 18 Lucas Pouille, who was a semi-finalist in Dubai last year, losing to eventual winner Andy Murray.

Tournament director Salah Tahlak added, "We can look forward to a very entertaining tournament which is guaranteed to provide some unforgettable action both on and off the court this year. We are watching our players’ progress in Australia at the moment and wish them all the best.”

Grandstand ticket prices for the WTA event start at AED55 for opening rounds to AED735 for the ATP finals, with daily Prime A and Prime B tickets and season tickets also available. (All inclusive of VAT).